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PPR Certified · Arizona

PickleballLessons

Private lessons with Kevin Hammel — all ages, every skill level, from first-time player to tournament player.

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Coach Kevin Hammel
Meet the Coach

Coach Kevin Hammel

PPR-certified and DUPR-certified pickleball coach based in Arizona, known for his positivity and encouraging coaching style, helping players of every age and skill level fall in love with the game — and get measurably better at it. Expect sharp drills, honest feedback, and lessons built around your goals.

PPR Certified
All Ages
Tournament Tested
Custom Drills
Coaching with purpose

Built around your game.

Every player is different. Whether you're chasing your first dink rally or grinding for gold at your next tournament, Kevin tailors each lesson to your strengths, weaknesses, and goals — fast.

  • 1-on-1 instruction tuned to your level
  • Video review and shot-by-shot feedback
  • Strategy, footwork, and mental game
  • Group sessions and clinics on request
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Youth Pickleball

Building the next generation

Youth pickleball with Kevin is built around development, enrichment, and character. Every session blends real skill-building with the values that matter off the court — discipline, respect, sportsmanship, and grit. Kids leave more confident, more coachable, and proud of the game they're growing into.

Drop-in

Private Youth Lesson

$75/ lesson

$75 total

One-on-one coaching tailored to your young player's level and goals.

Best Value7-Lesson Package

Youth Development Pack

$65/ lesson

$455 total · save $70

Seven private sessions designed to build skills, confidence, and consistency.

10-Lesson Package

Season Builder

$55/ lesson

$550 total · save $200

Ten sessions for the player ready to commit and level up across a full block of training.

ESA
ESA Approved
Empowerment Scholarship Account vendor

Youth

Your child earns every badge below through consistent practice, effort, and growth in lessons with Coach Kevin — small wins stacked into real achievements they can be proud of, on and off the court.

Character

Earned for the qualities that make great players — and great people.

SportsmanshipLeadershipPatienceTeamworkCoachabilityConfidenceRespectHustleHelping HandPositive Attitude

Skills

Earned for mastering each piece of the pickleball toolkit.

ServeReturnRallyFootworkForehandBackhandDinkVolleyDrop ShotDriveLobThird ShotKitchen ControlConsistencyStrategyTournament Ready

Ready to play better?

Book a private session today — pick your date, time, and what you want to work on.